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MachineMetrics, Northampton, Massachusetts, the leader in machine connectivity and production analytics for manufacturers, announced the availability of its Connector for Universal Robots (UR). The Connector is now available through the UR+ program to all current UR cobot users, enabling instant insights into the health and performance of their cobots. Manufacturers can … [Read more...] about MachineMetrics Releases Connector for Universal Robots

Wilmington Machinery, Wilmington, North Carolina, adds the new dual injection LUMINA MP1200 to its medium pressure large part injection molding machine. It boasts dual 130 mm reciprocating/compounding injection units with Wilmington’s unique in-line first-in, first-out 50 lb accumulators. The new machine accepts both hot runner and cold runner molds including stack molds. … [Read more...] about Wilmington Machinery Launches Medium Pressure Injection Molding Machine

The 2022 Size and Impact report from the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has been released, it’s the association’s flagship annual analysis of the plastics industry’s contribution to the US economy. Highlights shared during an online executive briefing include: The US plastics industry accounts for nearly a million jobs (999,100); when suppliers to the plastics … [Read more...] about Plastics Ranks Sixth Largest Manufacturing Industry in America

Beacon MedTech Solutions, Leominster, Massachusetts, is pleased to announce the hiring of James Porter as vice president of sales and business development. In this position, Porter will join Beacon MedTech’s leadership team to set short- and long-term strategies for growth while supporting new customers with solutions that leverage the company’s contract manufacturing, tool … [Read more...] about James Porter Joins Beacon MedTech Solutions

Conair’s SmartServices® is a unique cloud-based platform that offers the ability to connect plastics processing equipment to a single web-based dashboard. The platform analyzes equipment data and converts it into usable, actionable information for operators, maintenance technicians, plant managers and even procurement specialists. Features for the SmartServices® platform … [Read more...] about Conair Offers SmartServices® Platform